Astronomical Paintings in India

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of astronomical paintings in India?

  1. They often depict constellations and planets.

  2. They are usually found in temples and palaces.

  3. They are always painted on canvas.

  4. They are often used to teach astronomy.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Astronomical paintings in India are often painted on walls, ceilings, and manuscripts, not just on canvas.

What is the most common subject of astronomical paintings in India?

  1. The zodiac

  2. The planets

  3. The constellations

  4. The Milky Way


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The zodiac is a belt of 12 constellations that the sun passes through during the year. It is a common subject of astronomical paintings in India because it is associated with astrology and mythology.

Which of the following is an example of an astronomical painting in India?

  1. The Ajanta Caves

  2. The Ellora Caves

  3. The Khajuraho Temples

  4. The Konark Sun Temple


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves are a series of Buddhist cave temples located in Maharashtra, India. They contain a number of astronomical paintings, including one of the earliest known depictions of the zodiac.

What is the significance of astronomical paintings in India?

  1. They are a form of religious art.

  2. They are a way to teach astronomy.

  3. They are a way to record astronomical observations.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Astronomical paintings in India are a form of religious art, a way to teach astronomy, and a way to record astronomical observations.

Which of the following is not a type of astronomical painting in India?

  1. Jyotisha paintings

  2. Zodiac paintings

  3. Planetary paintings

  4. Constellation paintings


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Planetary paintings are not a type of astronomical painting in India. Jyotisha paintings, zodiac paintings, and constellation paintings are all common types of astronomical paintings in India.

What is the oldest known astronomical painting in India?

  1. The Ajanta Caves paintings

  2. The Ellora Caves paintings

  3. The Khajuraho Temples paintings

  4. The Konark Sun Temple paintings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ajanta Caves paintings are the oldest known astronomical paintings in India. They date back to the 2nd century BCE.

Which of the following is not a constellation depicted in astronomical paintings in India?

  1. Ursa Major

  2. Orion

  3. Taurus

  4. Gemini


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gemini is not a constellation depicted in astronomical paintings in India. Ursa Major, Orion, and Taurus are all common constellations depicted in astronomical paintings in India.

What is the most common color used in astronomical paintings in India?

  1. Blue

  2. Red

  3. Green

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Blue is the most common color used in astronomical paintings in India. This is because blue is associated with the sky and the heavens.

Which of the following is not a technique used in astronomical paintings in India?

  1. Fresco

  2. Tempera

  3. Oil painting

  4. Watercolor


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Oil painting is not a technique used in astronomical paintings in India. Fresco, tempera, and watercolor are all common techniques used in astronomical paintings in India.

What is the purpose of astronomical paintings in India?

  1. To teach astronomy

  2. To record astronomical observations

  3. To decorate temples and palaces

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Astronomical paintings in India are used to teach astronomy, record astronomical observations, and decorate temples and palaces.

Which of the following is not a common theme in astronomical paintings in India?

  1. The zodiac

  2. The planets

  3. The constellations

  4. The Milky Way


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Milky Way is not a common theme in astronomical paintings in India. The zodiac, the planets, and the constellations are all common themes in astronomical paintings in India.

What is the most common type of astronomical painting in India?

  1. Jyotisha paintings

  2. Zodiac paintings

  3. Planetary paintings

  4. Constellation paintings


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Zodiac paintings are the most common type of astronomical painting in India. They depict the 12 constellations of the zodiac.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of astronomical paintings in India?

  1. They are often found in temples and palaces.

  2. They are always painted on canvas.

  3. They often depict constellations and planets.

  4. They are often used to teach astronomy.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Astronomical paintings in India are often painted on walls, ceilings, and manuscripts, not just on canvas.

What is the significance of astronomical paintings in India?

  1. They are a form of religious art.

  2. They are a way to teach astronomy.

  3. They are a way to record astronomical observations.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Astronomical paintings in India are a form of religious art, a way to teach astronomy, and a way to record astronomical observations.

Which of the following is not a type of astronomical painting in India?

  1. Jyotisha paintings

  2. Zodiac paintings

  3. Planetary paintings

  4. Constellation paintings


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Planetary paintings are not a type of astronomical painting in India. Jyotisha paintings, zodiac paintings, and constellation paintings are all common types of astronomical paintings in India.

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